Recommended Titles Data
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| Requested Title | Requested Author | Recommended Title | Recommended Author | Recommendation Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buzz Beaker and the Speed Secret | Cari Meister | The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind | William Kamkwamba | If you enjoyed Buzz Beaker's focus on innovation and resourcefulness, The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind offers a true story of a young boy who built a windmill to bring electricity to his village in Malawi, showcasing the power of determination and ingenuity. |
| The Littles Go Exploring | John Peterson | The Borrowers | Mary Norton | If you enjoyed reading about the adventures of tiny creatures, you might also enjoy The Borrowers, which follows a family of tiny people who live in the walls and floors of a human house and must navigate the dangers of the human world. |
| The Littles Go Exploring | John Peterson | Stuart Little | E.B. White | If you enjoyed reading about the Littles' adventures, you might also enjoy Stuart Little, which follows the story of a mouse born to a human family and his journey to find his place in the world. |
| The Littles Go Exploring | John Peterson | The Mouse and the Motorcycle | Beverly Cleary | If you enjoyed reading about the Littles' use of everyday objects to navigate their world, you might also enjoy The Mouse and the Motorcycle, which follows the story of a mouse who discovers a toy motorcycle and learns to ride it, opening up a world of adventure and excitement. |
| Across the Bay | Carlos Aponte | Islandborn | Junot Diaz | If you enjoyed the vibrant illustrations and themes of cultural identity in Across the Bay, you might appreciate Islandborn for its similar exploration of heritage, community, and imagination through the eyes of a young girl. |
| Across the Bay | Carlos Aponte | The Day You Begin | Jacqueline Woodson | If you were moved by Across the Bay's message of embracing differences and finding common ground, you might find The Day You Begin inspiring with its lyrical prose, relatable characters, and themes of empathy, self-acceptance, and belonging. |
| Across the Bay | Carlos Aponte | The Arrival | Shaun Tan | If you appreciated the wordless storytelling and emotional impact of Across the Bay, The Arrival offers a similarly immersive and poignant experience with its stunning illustrations, fantastical world-building, and exploration of the immigrant experience. |
| I Went Walking | Sue Williams | Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? | Bill Martin Jr. | If you enjoyed the simple and repetitive text of I Went Walking, you might appreciate Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? for its engaging illustrations, use of animal characters, and interactive nature that encourages young readers to participate in the story. |
| I Went Walking | Sue Williams | The Very Hungry Caterpillar | Eric Carle | If you liked the colorful and playful illustrations in I Went Walking, you might enjoy The Very Hungry Caterpillar for its vibrant artwork, educational content about the life cycle of a butterfly, and interactive format that encourages children to count and identify different foods. |
| I Went Walking | Sue Williams | Goodnight Moon | Margaret Wise Brown | If you appreciated the gentle and soothing tone of I Went Walking, you might find Goodnight Moon comforting with its simple and repetitive text, calming illustrations, and bedtime theme that helps young readers wind down and prepare for sleep. |
| Jasmine Toguchi, Drummer Girl | Debbi Michiko Florence | Katie Woo, Music Maker | Fran Manushkin | If you enjoyed Jasmine Toguchi's passion for music and her determination to pursue her dreams, you might also enjoy Katie Woo, Music Maker, which follows a young girl as she discovers her love for music and learns to play the violin. |
| Jasmine Toguchi, Drummer Girl | Debbi Michiko Florence | The Magnificent Mya Tibbs: Spirit Week Showdown | Crystal Allen | If you enjoyed Jasmine Toguchi's spunky personality and her desire to stand out, you might also enjoy The Magnificent Mya Tibbs: Spirit Week Showdown, which features a confident and creative protagonist who navigates the ups and downs of school life with humor and heart. |
| Jasmine Toguchi, Drummer Girl | Debbi Michiko Florence | The Princess in Black | Shannon Hale and Dean Hale | If you enjoyed Jasmine Toguchi's adventurous spirit and her willingness to take risks, you might also enjoy The Princess in Black, which follows a princess who leads a double life as a superhero, fighting monsters and saving the day with her bravery and wit. |
| Jingle All the Way: a Novel | Debbie Macomber | The Christmas Sisters | Sarah Morgan | If you enjoyed the heartwarming and festive atmosphere of Jingle All the Way, you might appreciate The Christmas Sisters for its charming small-town setting, family dynamics, and themes of love, forgiveness, and second chances. |
| Jingle All the Way: a Novel | Debbie Macomber | The Mistletoe Promise | Richard Paul Evans | If you liked the romantic storyline in Jingle All the Way, you might enjoy The Mistletoe Promise for its engaging characters, emotional depth, and poignant exploration of the power of love and redemption during the holiday season. |
| Jingle All the Way: a Novel | Debbie Macomber | Skipping Christmas | John Grisham | If you appreciated the humor and satire in Jingle All the Way, you might find Skipping Christmas entertaining with its witty commentary on the commercialization of Christmas, quirky characters, and hilarious misadventures. |
| Robot Repairs: (Technology) | Jonathan Litton | How to Code a Sandcastle | Josh Funk | If you enjoyed the technology aspect of Robot Repairs, you might appreciate How to Code a Sandcastle for its introduction to coding concepts and its fun and engaging story about a girl who uses code to build a sandcastle. |
| Robot Repairs: (Technology) | Jonathan Litton | The Most Magnificent Thing | Ashley Spires | If you enjoyed the problem-solving and perseverance themes in Robot Repairs, you might enjoy The Most Magnificent Thing for its story about a girl who sets out to build the most magnificent thing but faces challenges along the way, ultimately learning the value of persistence and creativity. |
| Robot Repairs: (Technology) | Jonathan Litton | Rosie Revere, Engineer | Andrea Beaty | If you enjoyed the focus on engineering and innovation in Robot Repairs, you might appreciate Rosie Revere, Engineer for its inspiring story about a young girl who dreams of becoming an engineer and uses her creativity and problem-solving skills to invent new things. |
| Crunch, the Shy Dinosaur | Cirocco Dunlap | The Very Impatient Caterpillar | Ross Burach | If you enjoyed the charming and humorous illustrations in Crunch, the Shy Dinosaur, you might also enjoy The Very Impatient Caterpillar, which features similarly delightful artwork and a lovable protagonist who learns the value of patience. |
| Crunch, the Shy Dinosaur | Cirocco Dunlap | The Pout-Pout Fish | Deborah Diesen | If you appreciated the gentle message of self-acceptance in Crunch, the Shy Dinosaur, you might enjoy The Pout-Pout Fish, which also features a relatable protagonist learning to embrace their unique qualities and find happiness. |
| Crunch, the Shy Dinosaur | Cirocco Dunlap | Giraffes Can't Dance | Giles Andreae | If you enjoyed the playful and whimsical tone of Crunch, the Shy Dinosaur, you might also enjoy Giraffes Can't Dance, which features a lovable giraffe who learns to dance to his own beat and celebrates the joy of being different. |
| I'm the Biggest Thing in the Ocean | Kevin Sherry | Giraffes Can't Dance | Giles Andreae | If you enjoyed the humor and playful tone of I'm the Biggest Thing in the Ocean, you might also enjoy Giraffes Can't Dance for its lively illustrations, catchy rhymes, and uplifting message about embracing your unique qualities. |
| I'm the Biggest Thing in the Ocean | Kevin Sherry | The Pout-Pout Fish | Deborah Diesen | If you liked the underwater setting and colorful illustrations of I'm the Biggest Thing in the Ocean, you might find The Pout-Pout Fish appealing with its engaging story, lovable characters, and positive message about self-acceptance and friendship. |
| I'm the Biggest Thing in the Ocean | Kevin Sherry | The Rainbow Fish | Marcus Pfister | If you enjoyed the theme of ocean life and the importance of sharing in I'm the Biggest Thing in the Ocean, The Rainbow Fish offers a similar message about the value of generosity and kindness, accompanied by stunning illustrations and a heartwarming story. |
| Love Monster and the Perfect Present | Rachel Bright | The Day the Crayons Quit | Drew Daywalt | If you enjoyed the whimsical and heartwarming story of Love Monster and the Perfect Present, you might also enjoy The Day the Crayons Quit for its playful and imaginative narrative, colorful illustrations, and themes of friendship and self-expression. |
| Love Monster and the Perfect Present | Rachel Bright | The Giving Tree | Shel Silverstein | If you appreciated the message of kindness and generosity in Love Monster and the Perfect Present, you might also enjoy The Giving Tree for its timeless and poignant story of a tree's selfless love for a boy, and the profound lessons it imparts about the nature of giving and receiving. |
| Love Monster and the Perfect Present | Rachel Bright | The Very Hungry Caterpillar | Eric Carle | If you enjoyed the colorful and charming illustrations in Love Monster and the Perfect Present, you might also enjoy The Very Hungry Caterpillar for its iconic artwork, simple yet engaging story, and educational value in teaching young readers about the life cycle of a butterfly. |
| Waiting | Kevin Henkes | The Giving Tree | Shel Silverstein | If you enjoyed the emotional depth and poignant themes of Waiting, you might appreciate The Giving Tree for its exploration of the relationship between humans and nature, and the sacrifices we make for those we love. |
| Waiting | Kevin Henkes | The Velveteen Rabbit | Margery Williams | If you were captivated by the heartwarming and tender moments in Waiting, you might find The Velveteen Rabbit endearing with its exploration of love, loss, and the transformative power of friendship. |
| Waiting | Kevin Henkes | The Little Prince | Antoine de Saint-Exupéry | If you enjoyed the whimsical and imaginative elements of Waiting, The Little Prince offers a charming and thought-provoking story that explores the nature of friendship, love, and the human condition, with a touch of magical realism. |
| Mr. Tiger Goes Wild | Peter Brown | The Day the Crayons Quit | Drew Daywalt | If you enjoyed the playful and whimsical tone of Mr. Tiger Goes Wild, you might appreciate The Day the Crayons Quit for its imaginative storytelling, colorful illustrations, and humorous exploration of the inner lives of objects. |
| Mr. Tiger Goes Wild | Peter Brown | Extra Yarn | Mac Barnett | If you appreciated the charming and heartwarming message of Mr. Tiger Goes Wild, you might enjoy Extra Yarn for its delightful illustrations, endearing characters, and uplifting story about the power of creativity and generosity. |
| Mr. Tiger Goes Wild | Peter Brown | The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend | Dan Santat | If you liked the imaginative and fantastical elements of Mr. Tiger Goes Wild, you might find The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend captivating with its imaginative world-building, lovable characters, and touching exploration of friendship and belonging. |
| This is Not a Picture Book | Sergio Ruzzier | We Found a Hat | Jon Klassen | If you enjoyed the playful and imaginative use of illustrations in This is Not a Picture Book, you might appreciate We Found a Hat for its charming and minimalist artwork, subtle humor, and exploration of friendship and sharing. |
| This is Not a Picture Book | Sergio Ruzzier | The Book with No Pictures | B.J. Novak | If you liked the idea of a book that challenges the reader's expectations and engages them in a fun and interactive way, you might enjoy The Book with No Pictures for its clever use of language, silly humor, and encouragement of creativity and imagination. |
| This is Not a Picture Book | Sergio Ruzzier | Press Here | Hervé Tullet | If you appreciated the interactive and participatory nature of This is Not a Picture Book, you might find Press Here engaging with its simple yet ingenious concept of inviting the reader to interact with the book through a series of prompts and instructions, creating a unique and personalized reading experience. |
| Zip Zap | David Milgrim | Press Here | Herve Tullet | If you enjoyed the interactive and playful nature of Zip Zap, you might also enjoy Press Here, which invites readers to participate in the story by following instructions and interacting with the illustrations in a similar way. |
| Zip Zap | David Milgrim | Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! | Mo Willems | If you appreciated the humor and whimsy of Zip Zap, you might also enjoy Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!, which features a mischievous pigeon who tries to convince the reader to let him drive the bus, resulting in a hilarious and engaging story. |
| Zip Zap | David Milgrim | The Book with No Pictures | B.J. Novak | If you enjoyed the way Zip Zap plays with language and engages the reader, you might also enjoy The Book with No Pictures, which uses words and typography to create a silly and surprising story that encourages participation and laughter. |
| Superhero for President | Gina Bellisario | The Kid Who Became President | Dan Gutman | If you enjoyed the idea of a young person running for president in Superhero for President, you might also enjoy The Kid Who Became President, which follows a similar premise of a child becoming the leader of the United States and navigating the challenges of politics and power. |
| Superhero for President | Gina Bellisario | The Extraordinary Adventures of Ordinary Boy | William Boniface | If you liked the superhero aspect of Superhero for President, you might enjoy The Extraordinary Adventures of Ordinary Boy, which follows a young boy with no superpowers in a world filled with superheroes and villains, as he tries to uncover a sinister plot and save his town. |
| Superhero for President | Gina Bellisario | The President's Daughter | Ellen Emerson White | If you enjoyed the political intrigue and drama in Superhero for President, you might appreciate The President's Daughter, which follows the daughter of the first female president of the United States as she navigates the challenges of being in the public eye and dealing with personal and political crises. |
| Turtle and Tortoise are not Friends | Mike Reiss | The Tortoise and the Hare | Janet Stevens | If you enjoyed the theme of friendship and rivalry between animals, you might appreciate this classic fable retold by Janet Stevens, which teaches a valuable lesson about perseverance and humility. |
| Turtle and Tortoise are not Friends | Mike Reiss | The Ugly Duckling | Hans Christian Andersen | If you enjoyed the humor and wit of Turtle and Tortoise are not Friends, you might find The Ugly Duckling a delightful read with its charming characters, heartwarming message, and timeless appeal. |
| Turtle and Tortoise are not Friends | Mike Reiss | The Tale of Peter Rabbit | Beatrix Potter | If you enjoyed the playful and whimsical tone of Turtle and Tortoise are not Friends, you might enjoy The Tale of Peter Rabbit, a beloved classic that follows the mischievous adventures of a curious young rabbit and his animal friends. |
| EllRay Jakes and the Beanstalk | Sally Warner | The Magic Misfits | Neil Patrick Harris | If you enjoyed the whimsical and magical elements of EllRay Jakes and the Beanstalk, you might appreciate The Magic Misfits for its charming characters, clever illusions, and heartwarming themes of friendship and belonging. |
| EllRay Jakes and the Beanstalk | Sally Warner | The Terrible Two | Mac Barnett and Jory John | If you liked the humor and relatable protagonist of EllRay Jakes and the Beanstalk, you might find The Terrible Two entertaining with its witty pranks, hilarious dialogue, and endearing friendship between two mischievous boys. |
| EllRay Jakes and the Beanstalk | Sally Warner | The One and Only Ivan | Katherine Applegate | If you appreciated the emotional depth and heart of EllRay Jakes and the Beanstalk, The One and Only Ivan offers a poignant and inspiring story of a gorilla's journey towards freedom and self-discovery, exploring themes of empathy, hope, and the power of imagination. |
| A Fatal Lie | Charles Todd | Maisie Dobbs | Jacqueline Winspear | If you enjoyed the historical setting and the detective work in A Fatal Lie, you might appreciate Maisie Dobbs for its strong female protagonist, post-World War I England setting, and exploration of the psychological impact of war on individuals and society. |